This hearty dish can be served as a vegetarian meal in itself or as a side dish with any kind of meat. The Middle Eastern spices provide a warmth to the dish that contrasts exceptionally well with the tartness of the berries.
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 4 people | 30 minutes |
| Cook Time |
| 30 minutes |
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This hearty dish can be served as a vegetarian meal in itself or as a side dish with any kind of meat. The Middle Eastern spices provide a warmth to the dish that contrasts exceptionally well with the tartness of the berries.
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Ingredients
- 4 tbs olive oil
- 3/4 cup shallots chopped
- 1 cup french lentils cooked
- 1 cup basmati rice cooked
- 4 tbs barberries soaked and sautéed in butter with 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric
- 1/4 tsp Allspice
- 1/4 tsp Cumin
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt kosher or sea salt
- 2 tbs cilantro chopped finely
- 1 tbs butter
Servings: people
Instructions
- Cook basmati rice according to directions. If using dried french lentils, cook according to package instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine warm lentils and rice.
- Saute the shallots in 2 tablespoons of olive oil for about five minutes. Add to the rice and lentils.
- Melt the butter in a small sauce pan and stir in the sugar and barberries. Remove from heat.
- In a small bowl, mix the turmeric, cinnamon, cumin, salt and allspice with 2 tablespoons olive oil and lemon juice.
- Combine the spice mix, cilantro and berries with the rice and lentils. Serve at roo m temperature.
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